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    How can I study for an AP test?
    Jai Flicker
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    Jai Flicker is an Academic Tutor and the CEO and Founder of Lifeworks Learning Center, a San Francisco Bay Area-based business focused on providing tutoring, parental support, test preparation, college essay writing help, and psychoeducational evaluations to help students transform their attitude toward learning. Jai has over 20 years of experience in the education management industry. He holds a BA in Philosophy from the University of California, San Diego.
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    The College Board posts extensive amounts of YouTube videos that are AP exam-specific. There are hours and hours of them for every AP exam, so try to choose ones that are most relevant to what you need to learn. You can also set your YouTube speed function to 1.5 speed, which can help you go through those videos a little faster.
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    Is it better to study with a company or alone?
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    The answer to this depends on your personal preferences. Some people find that the study group or pair option helps them to stay motivated and learn a lot through exchanging information, testing each other and discussing hard problems, etc. However, others find it to be distracting, especially if it ends up in gossiping, playing games or chilling out instead of studying. You'll need to try both ways out, to assess what works best for you, without assuming there is either a right or a wrong way.
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    How do I not get distracted while I study?
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    The best way is to not be at home where there is a large amount of distractions. Try going to a library or somewhere where you're forced to sit and study. Make sure you put your phone on vibrate and only check it when you take breaks (every 30 minutes).
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    Can I still have fun studying if it's for a test or exam?
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    Of course! Many of this methods will work just fine if you are studying for a test or exam. In addition to these methods, try not to think about whether or not you will pass your exam. This may cause you to start worrying. It is a lot more difficult to have fun while you are feeling worried or stressed.
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    Should I still take a break if other people do not?
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    You don't need to copy others. Think about yourself. Breaks are necessary to freshen up your mind and increase concentration.
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    How long should a break be?
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    Just enough time to refresh your mind; 10 or 15 minutes is plenty. Don't get distracted or do anything that will pull you away from your studies.
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    Is taking a break after 2 hours of studying acceptable?
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    It totally depends upon you. If you can continuously study for 2 hours sitting on a chair, you can. However, some prefer to take breaks at intervals of thirty minutes.
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    I don't have a study place yet. Should I get one?
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    Yes, you should find a study place. It could be in your house, a library or even your favorite coffee shop.
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    I get distracted in 5 minutes, what should I do?
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    This depends on what gets you distracted the most. Is it's technology such as your phone or laptop put those away. You can even lock them up and ask someone else to keep the key for as long as you have to study. If it's the noise or basically just the location, go somewhere else, like a library. If after all of this, you still can't figure it out, then you may have ADD or ADHD, and might want to go for a check up.
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    What if we are alone at night and have to study a bunch?
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    Don't stay up all night studying. You need your rest. You'll have a better chance of remembering everything and doing better on the test if you have a good night sleep. Just review the material before you go to sleep and again before you take the test and you should be fine.
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    Is there a way to overcome thoughts while studying alone?
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    Have a chull sheet. When any thought comes in your mind write it on your chull sheet, which means waste, and decide that after studying you will think about that thought. After studying look at your sheet and think about those thoughts if it is important to do so. If it's not, throw it out.
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    Is there a way to have fun while studying with a group?
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    Sure. You can make studying a game where you all take turns being the quizzer -- or you can play studying charades.
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    What if there is no place for studying in my house, and the library is not near?
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    Find someplace outside, if it's not too distracting.
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    How do I get my first grade cousin to want to study?
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    Tell her that MIckey or her\his favorite cartoon character will meet with her if she studies. Then buy a costume without telling your cousin and put it on. If she studied, surprise her and act like the character.
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    What type of music can I listen to while studying?
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    You can listen to classical instrumental music or search for music for studying or homework or to increase concentration. It varies from one person to another.
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    Can I use a sketch pen instead of highlighters?
    Yong Achuoth
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    Sure. You can also use markers (especially neon ones).
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    What type of snacks should I eat while studying?
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    Try to eat healthy snacks, like fruit, nuts and dairy. Avoid eating too much oil and too many sweets. Drink water often.
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    Can I draw for civics?
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    Yes, but don't get distracted by making it the best drawing you ever made; just draw simple sketches.
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    How can I be positive about an exam? I always get too nervous and lose hope before exam day.
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    Try not to focus on the day of the exam; instead, direct your attention to the journey of of studying to acquire knowledge.
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    How will I able to have fun as well as score good grades in school?
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    If you're asking about having fun while getting good grades, you could study with a friend or make fun study games, like a board game with your math or history questions. If you're asking how you can still have fun outside of school work, then you just need to structure your schedule with time for both studying and playing every day.
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    How can I make my school subjects interesting when they bore me and I have trouble concentrating?
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    You could ask someone to join you in making different quizzes and involve snacks and try to look at interesting points when you study. Do not look at it like like studying -- instead, make it a fun time of discovering new things.
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    What can I do if I don't want to take breaks?
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    Try switching it up. You could switch subjects, rooms, your study method, etc. Also, you could eat a small snack while doing some easy studying as a break from some hard studying. Taking a break is really best if you can though. Breaks help your brain process the information better, and you don't have to just sit there. You can find something you enjoy doing and focus on that for a few minutes.
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    How can I turn studying into something more fun that I can focus on?
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    If you have a friend, make some questions about what you're studying or do some positive action while you're studying.
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    How do I make a secluded study area?
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    Find a place in your house that you want to use as a study. Remove anything distracting or noisy, and ask your family to please be quiet around that area. If you want to block that area off, you could hang blankets around to serve as 'walls.'
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    Is studying in the living room good?
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    It can be, as long as there are few distractions.
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    How do I stop procrastinating?
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    Tell yourself an earlier due date, so you can get the assignment done early. If it is due next Tuesday, tell yourself that it is due Friday. That way you have your weekend, and you are all caught up with that class.
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    What are some short activities that I can do when I take a break from studying?
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    You can play one round of an online game, go for a small walk, play with slime, or really anything that doesn't take long.
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    What can I do if I want to become an A student?
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    Make studying fun. Highlight the important points in your text book. Use colorful materials like highlighters, post-it notes, bright colored pens, etc. Work hard, but try to make a game of studying when you can. Flashcards are really effective. Study somewhere you can have total concentration without distractions. Make a timetable to keep track of when everything is due, when you have tests, etc. and look at it every day. Devote at least 2-3 hours to study after school every day.
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    Should I study straight away after I wake up?
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    You can if that works for you, but many people find it best to wake up a little first. Perhaps jump in the shower and eat breakfast, then get to studying.
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    I don't know how to study. Any help?
    Community Answer
    Check the articles Study and Create a Study Schedule for guidance.
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